Tain Museum allows visitors to take a journey through time, experiencing the rich and interesting past of this area of the country. An ancient...

Historylinks Museum is one of the most-respected centres in the area for learning about the local history in a fun and engaging way. There...

Here on the 10th October 1802, was born Hugh Miller, who became a stonemason, eminent geologist, editor and writer. The furnished thatched cottage, built circa...

Cromarty Courthouse Museum is a fascinating place to visit as it is filled with historical information about this area and how it has developed throughout...

Situated within an old church in the beautiful coastal village of Portmahomack, this museum reveals the story of the uncovering of the ancient treasures of...

Pictish Interpretive Centre including a collection of Pictish sculpture centred around the magnificent symbol-bearing Rosemarkie cross-slab. The centre features temporary exhibitions and has Pictish/Celtic themed...

The pretty Croick Church, designed by the engineer Thomas Telford, lies in Strathcarron to the west of the Highland village of Ardagy. However, its appearance...

Brora Heritage Centre is more than just a visitor centre; we offer a fascinating hands-on guide to the rich heritage, archaeology and artefacts of this...

Nairn Museum was opened to the public in 1858 to provide a place for heritage documents and artefacts to be protected and preserved for future...

On a cold sleet laden day on April 16, 1746, the Jacobite forces under Bonnie Prince Charlie, were defeated by the Government army at Culloden...

The Clava Cairns lie in an open site and you are free to wander among them and even within the two 4,000 year old passage...

Cawdor Castle, the most romantic castle in the Highlands, has a magical name linked with Macbeth by Shakespeare. The medieval tower and drawbridge are intact...

Set in parkland, Brodie Castle is old but the family association with the area is even older. Malcolm IV first endowed the Brodies with their...

Carbisdale Castle stands on the south bank of the Kyle of Sutherland. It was built between 1906 and 1917 for the Dowager Duchess of Sutherland....

If you are interested in animals and birds or just countryside, you will enjoy a visit to this quiet corner of the Black Isle....

Dingwall Museum is a small but beautifully developed museum that is dedicated to the study and history of the town and the people that have...

The Highland Council is in charge of overseeing the administration of the entire Highland region, a vast area of land that is sparsely populated in...

The Highland Aviation Museum is one of the best aeroplane and flight centres in this area of Scotland. It has been set up by...

Inverness Museum and Gallery was completely refurbished in 2007 and offers an exiting and engaging collection related to the history of the community and the...

A castle was built here by Macbeth, which was destroyed by Malcolm Canmore in 1057. Today the site consists of a fortress built in 1835...

Growing up in the Highlands of Scotland would be a very different proposition to growing up in a major city, especially in times gone by,...

Cape Wrath, from the Norse for turning point, lies at the extreme north-western tip of the Scottish mainland. It’s a place apart – to get...

This ancient broch above a winding river in Strath More in the far north of Scotland is a tower of great design and atmosphere. Follow...

Scotland’s most northerly Munro stands sentinel over the remote coastline. This fine mountain looms large from which ever angle you approach it. It’s name is...

Ancient watermills from a charter given by Malcolm II in 1010 AD, which are in the process of being conserved. Discover lots of interesting,...

Elgin Cathedral is one of the most stunning pieces of religious architecture in Scotland. A fine building that has taken on a lot of...

Elgin Library houses a large collection of books on a variety of subjects and has been a cultural focal point in the community for many...

Elgin Museum is situated at the very heart of this community and houses a large collection of fascinating works related to the history of the...

The far northern reaches of the National Cycle Network Route 1 is a must for any touring enthusiast. The route, from Inverness to John o’Groats,...